Design for Change Recovery Services

12/04/2025

We can help you get started on your journey towards addiction recovery.

Please call (661) 942-1026 or visit https://designforchangerecovery.com/ for more information.

12/03/2025

Starting Your Journey to Recovery at Design for Change Recovery 🌟

Taking the first step toward addiction recovery is a brave decision, and we’re here to make sure you feel supported every step of the way. At Design for Change in Lancaster, CA, we offer evidence-based, holistic treatment programs that help you build a healthier, more fulfilling life.

What can you expect in the first 24 hours with us?
✅ Confidential Assessment – Our team will assess your needs and set personalized recovery goals.
✅ Meet Our Compassionate Staff – You’ll be introduced to our caring team, here to support you through every challenge.
✅ Learn About Your Program – Together, we’ll design a customized treatment plan that fits you.
✅ Tour Our Facility – From private rooms to community spaces, our welcoming environment helps you feel at home.
✅ 24/7 Support During Detox – If needed, our medical team ensures your safety and comfort through detox.

Recovery is a journey, and at Design for Change, we provide the tools, therapies, and encouragement to help you succeed. Let’s work together to rediscover your true potential. 💙

📞 Contact us today to learn more or refer someone who could benefit from our services. Let’s create a design for change that works for you!

12/02/2025

Client Spotlight "My name is Colin and I’m an alcoholic and needed to find recovery for a better state of lifestyle and health. Design for Change provided a structured environment and reliable access needed for recovery. The routine, resources, and accountability offered a stable foundation for developing healthier habits and clearer direction. Overall, my experience was consistent with what the program aims to provide. I was able to focus on my goals, maintain sobriety, and utilize the structure as a stepping stone for my continued personal growth. As of November 18, 2025 I have maintained my recovery and am over a year sober from alcohol. Design for Change saved my life. - Colin D"

12/01/2025

The landscape of substance use in the United States is evolving at a pace unlike anything we’ve seen before. New synthetic drugs, dangerous chemical analogs, hybrid substances, and unpredictable combinations are entering the drug supply faster than most people — and even many professionals — can track. These “emerging drug trends” pose a serious risk not only to individuals who use substances, but also to families, communities, and health systems across the country.

At Design for Change Recovery in Lancaster, California, we work closely with clients who face the impact of these ever-changing substances. This article breaks down the most important drug trends in 2025, why they matter, and how people can protect themselves or seek help when needed.

The landscape of substance use in the United States is evolving at a pace unlike anything we’ve seen before. New synthetic drugs, dangerous chemical analogs, hybrid substances, and unpredictable combinations are entering the drug supply faster than most people — and even many professionals — c...

11/30/2025

Kayla first tried fentanyl as a troubled 18-year-old, growing up in the US state of North Carolina.

"I felt like literally amazing. The voices in my head just completely went silent. I got instantly addicted," she remembers.

The little blue pills Kayla became hooked on were probably made in Mexico, and then smuggled across the border to the US - a deadly trade President Donald Trump is trying to crack down on.

But drug cartels aren't pharmacists. So, Kayla never knew how much fentanyl was in the pill she was taking. Would there be enough of the synthetic opioid to kill her?

"It's scary to think about that," Kayla says, reflecting on how she could have overdosed and died at any moment.

In 2023, there were over 110,000 drug-related deaths in the US. The march of fentanyl, which is 50 times more potent than he**in, seemed unstoppable.

Fatal overdoses in the US are falling - and Kayla's state of North Carolina is at the forefront of that trend.

11/29/2025

Client Testimonial - "When I arrived at DFC 2 months ago I never thought in a million years my life would change this much. I thought I was coming here to get off my DOC but this experience has been so much more. I feel like I'm becoming a whole person again and that my way of thinking is changing for the better. Shoutout to Nick, Adam, and Heather for making what could've been a greuling process fun and enjoyable. If you really want to change this is the place to be. I've never felt this supported and cared for in my life. Thanks DFC I owe you my life ❤ - Meena F"

11/27/2025

🦃🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from Design for Change Recovery! 🍁🦃

Today, we pause to reflect on gratitude, growth, and the strength of the human spirit.
At Design for Change Recovery, we are incredibly thankful for the opportunity to support individuals and families on their journey toward healing.

To our clients — past, present, and future — thank you for trusting us with your recovery. Your courage inspires us every single day.
To our dedicated staff and clinical team — your compassion, commitment, and heart make everything we do possible.

And to our community — thank you for believing in our mission and helping us create a space where hope is always within reach.
As we gather to celebrate, we’re reminded that recovery is something to be grateful for — not just today, but every day. Whether you're spending this holiday surrounded by loved ones or taking quiet time for yourself, we hope you feel supported, valued, and never alone.

From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!
May this season bring peace, connection, and renewed hope.

🍂 Design for Change Recovery — Where Healing Begins.

11/25/2025

The holiday season is often described as the most wonderful time of the year—but for many people, especially those in recovery or silently struggling with stress, anxiety, or substance use, it can be one of the most challenging. Between family expectations, social pressure, financial strain, grief, and the emotional weight of memories, the holidays can create a perfect storm of triggers.

At Design for Change Recovery in Lancaster, California, we understand how overwhelming this time of year can be. You are not alone—and there are healthy strategies that can help you stay grounded, balanced, and supported throughout the season.

In this guide, we break down the biggest holiday pressures and give practical, real-world steps to help avoid them or navigate them safely.

The holiday season is often described as the most wonderful time of the year—but for many people, especially those in recovery or silently struggling with stress, anxiety, or substance use, it can be one of the most challenging. Between family expectations, social pressure, financial strain, grief...

11/24/2025

“Landman” star Billy Bob Thornton has been sober for years and managed it all on his own.

On the “After Dinner Thinks with Ann Wilson” podcast, he explained, "I was a drug addict. I quit drugs when I was 24. I did everything. I even was on morphine for a while, 'cause I had a nurse friend.”

But he hit a rock bottom and realized he needed to do something, recalling, “I'm glad I quit when I did. Because I was this skinny little long-haired hippie, working as a roadie, and I looked in the mirror on an airstream trailer one day and said, 'You're gonna die. You have to stop.’”

Billy Bob Thornton opened up on his past drug addictions, including the moment he knew he needed to quit and the one drug that actually offered some benefits.

11/22/2025

🎄✨ This Holiday Season, Give the Gift That Truly Matters: Healing & Hope ✨🎄

The holidays can be a wonderful time filled with family, love, and celebration—but they can also be incredibly challenging for families affected by addiction. This December, Design for Change is hosting a FREE 3-Day In-Person Family Workshop designed to bring understanding, connection, and support to those who need it most. 💛

📅 December 6th – 8th
📍 Palmdale, CA
🎁 The perfect Christmas gift for your family’s future.

During this powerful workshop, families will learn:
⭐ Addiction as a Brain Disease
⭐ Enabling & Codependency
⭐ Post-Traumatic Growth
⭐ Feelings Check-In
⭐ Earthquake Trauma
⭐ Role Playing & More

Led by two incredible professionals:
🎅 Jim Tracy, LMFT, LAADC – Over 30 years of experience in family intervention & education
🎁 Joseph Hunter, MA, LAADC CA – Founder & CEO with decades of expertise in family counseling and recovery support

Whether you're supporting a loved one in recovery, searching for tools to heal together, or simply wanting a healthier, stronger family going into the new year, this workshop can make a life-changing difference. ❤️

✨ Hosted by Design for Change ✨
RSVP today: 📞 877-937-9706

Let’s make this Christmas season one of hope, healing, and togetherness. 🎄❤️
You’re not alone—and help is closer than you think.

11/21/2025

Overdose deaths in San Francisco dropped in 2024 after reaching a record high the previous year. But fatal overdoses are still much more common than they were before the pandemic, and tackling the crisis will prove a major test of Mayor Daniel Lurie’s leadership.

In recent years, the epidemic has been driven largely by the proliferation of the synthetic opioid fentanyl. In 2021, then-San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared an official state of emergency in the Tenderloin neighborhood. And the Board of Supervisors has backed Lurie’s proposals to expedite some of the processes meant to address the crisis.

The proliferation of fentanyl in recent years has driven a deadly drug overdose epidemic in San Francisco. The Chronicle is tracking accidental overdose deaths in the city to shed light on the crisis.

11/20/2025

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